While pumpkin is an amazing superfood and super tasty, there are lots of ways to use pumpkin without actually consuming it. One way to use pumpkin is to make your own skin care products. Pumpkin contains many nutrients that are amazing for your skin to help you glow and to feel younger.
Some of the benefits of using pumpkin on your skin include:
- Great natural exfoliator
- Rich in vitamins A and C to help soften your skin
- Contains natural UV protection
- Full of alpha hydroxy acid
- Contains enzymes to rejuvenate dry skin
Make your own homemade pumpkin skin care products to save money and ensure quality. Below are a few of our favorite recipes. Don’t forget to make a few extras for friends and family!
Full Body Skin Mask
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Mix ingredients together. Scrub all over damp skin in a circular motion. Rinse clean to reveal your rejuvenated skin!
Pumpkin Body Lotion
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup coconut solids from coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Mix ingredients together. Store in a clean jar. Apply to clean skin as needed.
Pumpkin Face Scrub
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin puree
- 1 tablespoon ground coffee
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Mix all the ingredients together to make a stiff paste. Massage onto face then rinse clean with warm water.
Fall Foot Treatment
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon honey
Combine ingredients and mix well. Coat feet in mixture and cover with a plastic bag. Leave on for 30 minutes before rinsing clean.
Pumpkin Face Mask
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin seed oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 egg yolk
Whip up all ingredients to combine evenly. Spread over clean face avoiding the eyes. Leave on for 15 minutes then rinse clean with warm water.
-The Alternative Daily
Sources:
http://www.livestrong.com/article/193307-benefits-of-pumpkin-skin-care-products
http://thebeautybean.com/site/skin-2/pumpkin-recipes-for-your-skin-3-face-body-treats-you-can-make-at-home
